FinTech Ventures Fund

Fintech Ventures Fund, founded in 2015 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, is a venture capital firm that specializes in investing in technology-driven financial services. The firm primarily targets start-up and growth-stage companies that cater to underbanked or unbanked customers, focusing on sectors such as alternative lending, payments, insurtech, and data analytics. It aims to support businesses within the NAFTA region—specifically the U.S., Mexico, and Canada—by making investments ranging from $1 million to $10 million, and up to $30 million per transaction. Fintech Ventures Fund typically seeks minority stakes or control positions, often acting as the lead investor to drive growth and innovation in the fintech landscape.

Serguei Kouzmine

Co-Founder and General Partner

Sergei Kouzmine

Managing Partner

Lucas Timberlake

Co-Founder and General Partner

21 past transactions

Steady Rent

Seed Round in 2022
Operator of the rental insurance platform intended to protect landlords against defaults by tenants. The company's platform offers a suite of tailored financial and insurance products that were designed to reduce risk, eliminate bad debt, and generate ancillary revenue, property managers of residential rental units, enabling property managers with products that benefit their owners, while also giving them a competitive advantage for their business.

Kredit

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of a central communication designed for settling credit card debts and resolving debts. The company's software provides a single place for consumers to interact with loan providers, collection agencies, and debt buyers about flexible payment options and allows distressed borrowers to have legitimate claims for relief by illustrating their need for debt restructuring or forgiveness and determining flexible resolution options they're eligible for, enabling users to communicate with their network of financial product providers all in one place.

Vero Technologies

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of a technology and services platform designed for wholesale financing of dealers of manufactured goods. The company's platform supports underwriting, funding, risk, and portfolio management coupled with a servicing operation, enabling bank and credit union partners to offer floor plan financing without investing in new systems or adding headcount.

Redkik

Seed Round in 2022
Redkik is a global software company operating with embedded insurance as a SaaS provider, with the mission to simplify and improve the insurance industry for all parties within logistics and transportation. No need for annual insurance policies tying your business down, Redkik uses the latest technology and insures your shipment when you book it, with premiums and coverage tailored to your specific needs. Redkik's extensive on-demand marine cargo insurance is based on the factual per shipment value today, not within the next 12 months. The team of Redkik has a big passion for innovation and technology, together with great experience and deep knowledge from logistics and transportation, risk management, cargo insurance, machine learning, and software development. Join Redkik's rapidly growing network of global freight forwarders offering on-demand per shipment insurance. Redkik, brings intelligence to insurance and peace of mind for you and your customers.

QuEra Computing

Venture Round in 2021
QuEra Computing is a neutral-atoms-based quantum computing startup, located in Boston, near Harvard University. The company is founded on pioneering research recently conducted at Harvard and MIT. At QuEra, our mission is to build the industry’s most scalable quantum computers to tackle useful but classically intractable problems for commercially relevant applications in optimization, simulation, materials science, pharmaceuticals, and more.

Vint

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Operator of an investment platform intended for wine investing. The company's platform allows investors to invest in the wine market, it sources wines and spirits through the use of data models, analytics, and a team of industry experts and takes a sourcing fee, enabling investors to diversify their portfolio by investing in the wine market.

StartSure

Seed Round in 2021
StartSure Insurance Services, LLC operates a software platform focused on providing business insurance solutions for small business owners. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, the company simplifies the process of obtaining insurance by allowing users to review and purchase affordable office insurance with ease. Through its platform, StartSure offers instant quotes that are transparent and compliant with landlord requirements, while also providing options for additional coverages tailored to the specific needs of entrepreneurs, start-ups, and independent contractors. The streamlined process enables users to efficiently secure comprehensive insurance plans designed to meet the diverse requirements of small businesses.

Momnt

Seed Round in 2021
Artis Technologies, Inc., doing business as Artis Credit, develops an embedded financial services platform for digital, point-of-need lending, and real-time payments. The company's application program interface (API) based consumer lending platform enables financial institutions to participate in point-of-need financing, connects consumers with financing offers, and enables merchants to offer financing options to the consumers. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

PAXAFE

Seed Round in 2021
Paxafe, Inc. specializes in developing innovative hardware and software solutions for packaging that enhance the security and traceability of high-value shipments. Founded in 2018 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company offers Internet of Things-enabled products that monitor and protect against theft and chain-of-custody failures in various sectors, including jewelry, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Paxafe's comprehensive platform aggregates real-time parcel data, facilitating data-driven shipping insurance and enabling shippers and insurers to manage and salvage at-risk shipments effectively. By leveraging telematics and predictive analytics, Paxafe enhances risk management in supply chains, allowing for the automation of claims processes and improving operational efficiencies for businesses involved in B2B logistics.

Marble

Seed Round in 2021
Marble is an insurance management platform focused on enhancing the customer experience by offering a rewards-based membership program. This innovative approach allows users to manage their home and auto insurance policies in a single digital wallet, where they can easily compare rates and find suitable policies. By prioritizing the needs of its members, Marble aims to reduce insurance costs and provide value through its loyalty program, which also serves as an effective marketing channel for insurance companies. This dual focus ensures that users not only save money but also earn rewards as they navigate their insurance options, creating a win-win situation for both consumers and providers.

IOU Financial

Post in 2020
IOU Financial Inc., through its subsidiary IOU Central Inc., operates a commercial lending business in North America, specializing in providing capital to small businesses across various sectors including medical and dental practices, retail stores, restaurants, and manufacturing companies. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company has funded over $200 million in small business loans, showcasing its extensive experience in the field. IOU Financial originates and services commercial loans, retaining a portfolio of loans receivable while also selling loans to third-party purchasers on a non-recourse basis. This approach allows the company to offer flexible lending solutions tailored to the growth opportunities of its diverse clientele.

Momnt

Seed Round in 2020
Artis Technologies, Inc., doing business as Artis Credit, develops an embedded financial services platform for digital, point-of-need lending, and real-time payments. The company's application program interface (API) based consumer lending platform enables financial institutions to participate in point-of-need financing, connects consumers with financing offers, and enables merchants to offer financing options to the consumers. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

battleface

Seed Round in 2019
battleface Inc., is a rapidly growing tech-enabled insurance startup focused on providing innovative insurance products for travelers worldwide.

Finero

Pre Seed Round in 2019
FinTech focused on the unbanked in emerging markets.

MaxRewards

Pre Seed Round in 2019
MaxRewards, Inc. is a technology company based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 2016. It provides an application designed to help users manage their credit card accounts effectively and maximize their rewards. The MaxRewards app allows individuals to track rewards, monitor credit scores, and review all their credit cards in one centralized platform. Users can search, sort, and save deals across connected cards, ensuring they always know the best card to use for each purchase. Additionally, the application offers personalized, real-time recommendations to enhance rewards and savings on transactions, making it a comprehensive tool for credit card management.

Instantor

Corporate Round in 2017
Instantor AB is a Swedish company that specializes in providing online identification and financial data solutions for the banking industry. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Stockholm, Instantor offers an application programming interface that enables financial institutions to access real-time insights into customers' financial situations. The company's technology processes transactional data from over 300 integrated banks across more than 25 markets, facilitating financial data aggregation and enhancing credit risk management. Instantor's solutions help organizations accurately assess creditworthiness and predict default risk, thereby streamlining decision-making processes. As the first authorized FinTech by the Financial Swedish Authority to operate as an Account Information Service Provider under PSD2, Instantor serves approximately 200 clients in Europe, Latin America, and Asia. In 2019, the Financial Times recognized Instantor as the second fastest-growing FinTech in Sweden. Instantor operates as a subsidiary of Tink AB since 2020.

IOU Financial

Post in 2016
IOU Financial Inc., through its subsidiary IOU Central Inc., operates a commercial lending business in North America, specializing in providing capital to small businesses across various sectors including medical and dental practices, retail stores, restaurants, and manufacturing companies. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company has funded over $200 million in small business loans, showcasing its extensive experience in the field. IOU Financial originates and services commercial loans, retaining a portfolio of loans receivable while also selling loans to third-party purchasers on a non-recourse basis. This approach allows the company to offer flexible lending solutions tailored to the growth opportunities of its diverse clientele.

LQD Business Finance

Series A in 2016
LQD Business Finance, LLC is a Chicago-based company that specializes in providing structured financing solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2013, the firm utilizes its proprietary risk management platform, LQD Matrix, to evaluate potential loans, ensuring a thorough assessment of risk. LQD Business Finance offers a comprehensive whole-business financing solution through a single loan product that addresses various financing needs, including acquisition, working capital, purchase orders, and refinancing. This technology-enabled approach allows for a more efficient lending process, enabling businesses to access credit quickly and conveniently. Revenue is generated as a percentage of the loan amount, reflecting the company's commitment to aligning its success with that of its clients.

Upright

Seed Round in 2016
Upright operates an online investment platform that focuses on financing residential real estate redevelopment projects. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, with additional offices in Cleveland, it connects accredited investors with real estate developers seeking short-term loans for property acquisition and renovation. The platform facilitates the screening and due diligence of developers, ensuring a transparent investment process for individuals and institutions. By raising capital for the residential rehabilitation loan market, Upright not only supports the financial needs of real estate redevelopers but also contributes to community restoration across the United States. Its innovative approach has garnered recognition, including a ranking on the Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing private companies in 2019.

IOU Financial

Post in 2015
IOU Financial Inc., through its subsidiary IOU Central Inc., operates a commercial lending business in North America, specializing in providing capital to small businesses across various sectors including medical and dental practices, retail stores, restaurants, and manufacturing companies. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company has funded over $200 million in small business loans, showcasing its extensive experience in the field. IOU Financial originates and services commercial loans, retaining a portfolio of loans receivable while also selling loans to third-party purchasers on a non-recourse basis. This approach allows the company to offer flexible lending solutions tailored to the growth opportunities of its diverse clientele.

Groundfloor

Series A in 2015
Groundfloor Inc. is an online financing platform that facilitates funding for commercial and residential real estate projects. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company allows property developers to raise capital from a diverse pool of investors, including both accredited and non-accredited individuals. Groundfloor specializes in providing construction and acquisition loans, focusing on the residential fix-and-flip and new construction markets. It offers borrower-friendly loan terms, such as deferred payment options, to enhance developers' cash flow management. By being the first company qualified by the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission to offer direct real estate debt investments via Regulation A, Groundfloor remains unique in providing customizable real estate debt portfolios that yield short-term, high returns, thus democratizing access to private capital markets for a wider audience.
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